Panasonic KX-TG4132N, KX-TG4133M, KX-TG4134, KX-TG4134M, KX-TG4133, KX-TG4132 User Manual
Specifications and Main Features
Frequently Asked Questions
User Manual
Operating Instructions
Digital Cordless Answering System
Model No.
KX-TG4132
KX-TG4133
KX-TG4134
Model shown is KX-TG4132.
Before initial u se, see “Get ting S tarted ”
on page 9.
Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product.
Please read these operating instructions before using the unit and save them for
future reference.
Consulte “Guía Rápida Española”, página 47.
This unit is compatible with Caller ID. Y ou must subscribe to the appropriate service
offered by your service provider/telephone company.
For assistance, visit our Web site: http://www.panasonic.com/help for customers
in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico.
Please register your product: http://www.panasonic.com/prodreg
*1 The handset cover comes attached to the handset.
*2 PNYNTGA410MR: Metallic gray, PNYNTGA410NR: Champagne gold
*3 PNLC1018ZM: Metallic gray, PNLC1018ZN: Champagne gold
123456
*1, *2
*3
Quantity
KX-TG4132KX-TG4133KX-TG4134
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111
468
234
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Introduction
Additional/replacement accessories
Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information (page 51).
Accessory i temOrder number
Rechargeable
batteries
T-adaptorKX-J66
Range extenderKX-TGA405
*1 Replacement batteries may have a different capacity from that of the supplied batteries.
*2 By installing this unit, you can extend the range of your phone system to include areas where
reception was previously not available. This product can be purchased online. Please visit our
Web site: http://www.panasonic.com/RangeExtender
HHR-4DPA
L To order, please call 1-800-332-5368 or visit
Battery type:
– Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH)
– 2 x AAA (R03) size for each handset
*1
http://www.panasonic.com/batterystore
*2
Expanding your phone system
Optional handset feature overview
You can expand your phone system by registering optional handsets (6 max.) to a single base
unit.
L Optional handsets may be a different color from that of the supplied handsets.
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For your safety
To prevent severe injury and loss of life/
property, read this section carefully before
using the product to ensure proper and safe
operation of your product.
WARNING
Power connection
L Use only the power source marked on the
product.
L Do not overload power outlets and
extension cords. This can result in the risk
of fire or electric shock.
L Completely insert the AC adaptor/power
plug into the power outlet. Failure to do so
may cause electric shock and/or excessive
heat resulting in a fire.
L Regularly remove any dust, etc. from the
AC adaptor/power plug by pulling it from the
power outlet, then wiping with a dry cloth.
Accumulated dust may cause an insulation
defect from moisture, etc. resulting in a fire.
L Unplug the product from power outlets if it
emits smoke, an abnormal smell, or makes
an unusual noise. These conditions can
cause fire or electric shock. Confirm that
smoke has stopped emitting and contact
the Panasonic Call Center at 1-800-211PANA (1-800-211-7262).
L Unplug from power outlets and never touch
the inside of the product if its casing has
been broken open.
L Never touch the plug with wet hands.
Danger of electric shock exists.
Installation
L To prevent the risk of fire or electrical shock,
do not expose the product to rain or any
type of moisture.
L Do not place or use this product nea r
automatically controlled devices such as
automatic doors and fire alarms. Radio
waves emitted from this product may cause
such devices to malfunction resulting in an
accident.
Important Information
L Do not allow the AC adaptor or telephone
line cord to be excessively pulle d, bent or
placed under heavy objects.
Operating safeguards
L Unplug the product from power outlets
before cleaning. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners.
L Do not disassemble the product.
L Do not spill liquids (detergents, cleansers,
etc.) onto the telephone line cord plug, or
allow it to become wet at all. This may
cause a fire. If the telephone line cord plug
becomes wet, immediately pull it from the
telephone wall jack, and do not use.
Medical
L Consult the manufacturer of any personal
medical devices, such as pacemakers or
hearing aids, to determine if they are
adequately shielded from external RF
(radio frequency) energy. (The product
operates in the frequency range of 1.92
GHz to 1.93 GHz, and the RF transmission
power is 115 mW (max.).)
L Do not use the product in health care
facilities if any regulations posted in the
area instruct you not to do so. Hospitals or
health care facilities may be using
equipment that could be sensitive to
external RF energy.
CAUTION
Installation and location
L Never install telephone wiring during an
electrical storm.
L Never install telephone line jacks in wet
locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
L Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or
terminals unless the telephone line has
been disconnected at the network interface.
L Use caution when installing or modifying
telephone lines.
L The AC adaptor is used as the main
disconnect device. Ensure that the AC
outlet is installed near the product and is
easily accessible.
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Important Information
L This product is unable to make calls when:
– the handset batteries need recharging or
have failed.
– there is a power failure.
Battery
L We recommend using the batteries noted
on page 4. USE ONLY rechargeable Ni-
MH batteries AAA (R03) size.
L Do not mix old and new batteries.
L Do not open or mutilate the batteries.
Released electrolyte from the batteries is
corrosive and may cause burns or injury to
the eyes or skin. The electrolyte is toxic and
may be harmful if swallowed.
L Exercise care when handling the batteries.
Do not allow conductive materials such as
rings, bracelets, or keys to touch the
batteries, otherwise a short circuit may
cause the batteries and/or the conductive
material to overheat and cause burns.
L Charge the batteries provided with or
identified for use with this product only, in
accordance with the instructions and
limitations specified in this manual.
L Onl y use a compatib le base uni t (or
charger) to charge the batteries. Do not
tamper with the base unit (or charger).
Failure to follow these instructions may
cause the batteries to swell or explode.
Attention:
A nickel metal hydride battery that is
recyclable powers the product you have
purchased.
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-822-
8837) for information on how to recycle this
battery.
Important safety
instructions
When using your product, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
injury to persons, including the following:
1. Do not use this product near water for
example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement or near a swimming pool.
2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a
cordless type) during an electric al stor m.
There may be a remote risk of electric
shock from lightning.
3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas
leak in the vicinity of the leak.
4. Use only the power cord and batteries
indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of
batteries in a fire. They may explode.
Check with local codes for possible special
disposal instructions.
SAVE THESE IN STRUCTIONS
For best performance
Base unit location/avoiding noise
The base unit and other compatible Panasonic
units use radio waves to communicate with
each other.
L For maximum coverage and noise-free
communica tions, plac e your base unit:
– at a convenient, high, and central
location with no obstructions between
the handset and base unit in an indoor
environment.
– away from electronic appliances such as
TVs, radios, personal computers,
wireless devices, or other phones.
– facing away from radio frequency
transmitters, such as external antennas
of mobile phone cell stations. (Avoid
putting the base unit on a bay window or
near a window.)
L Coverage and voice quality depends on the
local environmental conditions.
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L If the reception for a base unit location is not
satisfactory, move the base unit to another
location for better reception.
Environment
L Keep the product away from electrical noise
generating devices, such as fluorescent
lamps and motors.
L The product should be kept free from
excessive smoke, dust, high temperature,
and vibration.
L The product should not be exposed to direct
sunlight.
L Do not place heavy objects on top of the
product.
L When you leave the product unused for a
long period of time, unplug the product from
the power outlet.
L The product should be kept away from heat
sources such as heaters, kitchen stoves,
etc. It should not be placed in rooms where
the temp er atu re i s l e ss t h an 0 °C (32 °F) or
greater than 40 °C (104 °F). Damp
basements should also be avoided.
L The maximum calling distance may be
shortened when the product is used in the
following places: Near obstacles such as
hills, tunnels, underground, near metal
objects such as wire fences, etc.
L Ope rating the product near electrica l
appliances may cause interference. Move
away from the electrical appliances.
Important Information
Notice for product disposal, transfer,
or return
L This product can store your private/
confidential information. To protect your
privacy/confidentiality, we recommend that
you erase information such as phonebook
or caller list entries from the memory before
you dispose of, transfer, or return the
product.
Notice
Routine care
L Wipe the outer surface of the product
with a soft moist cloth.
L Do not use benzine, thinner, or any
abrasive powder.
Other information
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is
replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used
batteries according to the instructions.
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ENERGY STAR
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Panasonic
has determined that this product meets the
ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy
efficiency . ENERGY ST AR is a U.S. registered
mark.
0 °C – 40 °C (32 °F – 104 °F), 20 % – 80 %
relative air humidity (dry)
Note:
L Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
L The illustrations in these instructions may
vary slightly from the actual product.
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Getting Started
Setting up
Connections
L Use only the supplied Panasonic AC
adaptor PNLV226.
■ Base unit
Hook
Hooks
(120 V AC, 60 Hz)
To single-line
telephone jack
(RJ11C)
CorrectWrong
*DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied) is required if
you have DSL/ADSL service.
■ Charger
“Click”
Press plug
firmly.
“Click”
DSL/ADSL filter*
Battery installation
L USE ONLY Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03)
size.
L Do NOT use Alkaline/Manganese/Ni-Cd
batteries.
L Confirm correct polarities (S, T).
Rechargeable Ni-MH ONLY
L When the date and time setting is
displayed, see page 12.
Battery charging
Charge for about 7 hours.
L When the batteries are fully charged, the
charge indicator goes off and “Fully charged” is displayed.
Confirm “Charging” is displayed.
Charge indicator
Hooks
(120 V AC, 60 Hz)
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Getting Started
Note when setting up
Note for connections
L The AC adaptor must remain connected at
all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel
warm during use.)
L The AC adaptor should be connected to a
vertically oriented or floor-mounted AC
outlet. Do not connect the AC adaptor to a
ceiling-mounted AC outlet, as the weight of
the adaptor may cause it to become
disconnected.
During a pow e r fa ilure
The unit will not work during a power failure.
We recommend connecting a corded-type
telephone (without AC adaptor) to the same
telephone line or to the same telephone line
jack using a Panasonic T-adaptor (page 4).
Note for battery installation
L Use the supplied rechargeable batteries.
For repla cemen t, w e re comm end u sin g th e
Panasonic rechargeable batteries noted on
page 4, 6.
L Wipe the battery ends (S, T) with a dry
cloth.
L Avoid touching the battery ends (S, T) or
the unit contacts.
Note for battery charging
L It is normal for the handset to feel warm
during charging.
L Clean the charge contacts of the handset,
base unit, and charger with a soft and dry
cloth once a month. Clean more often if the
unit is exposed to grease, dust, or high
humidity.
Battery level
IconBattery level
&High
(Medium
)Low
0)4Needs charging.
0Empty
Panasonic Ni-MH battery
performance (supplie d batteries)
OperationOperating time
In continuous use13 hours max.
Not in use
(standby)
*1 If Eco mode is on.
Note:
L Actual battery performance depen ds on
usage and ambient environment.
L Even after the batteries are fully charged,
the handset can be left on the base unit or
charger without any ill effect on the
batteries.
L The battery level may no t be displayed
correctly after you replace the batteries. In
this case, place the handset on the base
unit or charger and let it charge for at least 7
hours.
11 days max.
*1
*1
Intelligent eco mode
This feature automatically reduces handset
power consumption by suppressing handset
transmission power when the handset is close
to the base unit.
L When this feature is activated, i is
displayed.
L Eco mode is turned off when the clarity
booster is activated (page 15).
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Controls
Handset
B C
A
A
D
E
F
H Display
I {OFF}
J {FLASH} {CALL WAIT}
K Microphone
L Charge contacts
■ Control type
G
H
I
J
ASoft keys
The handset features 3 soft keys. By
pressing a soft key, you can select the
feature shown directly above it on the
display.
BNavigator key
– {^}, {V}, {<}, or {>}: Scroll through
various lists and items.
– ? VOL. (Volume: {^} or {V}): Adjust the
receiver or speaker volume while talking.
– {<} CID (Caller ID): View the caller list.
– {>} REDIAL: View the redial list.
Base unit
K
L
Getting Started
ABC
B
A Charge indicator
Ringer indicator
Message indicator
B Nonslip pad
L Nonslip pad offers support when you
cradle the handset between your
shoulder and ear.
C Speaker
D {C} (TALK)
E {s} (SP-PHONE: Speakerphone)
F Dial keypad (*: TONE)
G Receiver
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D E FIG H
A Charge contacts
B Speaker
C Message counter
D {ERASE}
E {■} (STOP)
F {+}/{-} (Volume up/down)
{7}/{8} (Repeat/Skip)
G {6} (PLAY)
Message indicator
H {LOCATOR}
I {ANSWER ON/OFF}
ANSWER ON/OFF indicator
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Getting Started
Display
Handset display items
ItemMeaning
wWithin base unit range
_Out of base unit range
CThe line is in use.
iEco mode is on. (page 10)
<Equalizer is set. (page 16)
sSpeakerphone is on. (page
~Ringer volume is off. (page
&Silent mode is on. (page
!Call sharing mode is off.
EAlarm is on. (page 23)
mHandset number
&Battery level
$Blocked call (page 24)
(Clarity booster is on. (page
In useAnswering system is being
Line in
use
L When flashing:
The call is put on hold.
L When flashing rapidly:
An incoming call is now
being received.
14)
20)
23)
(page 21)
15)
used by the base unit.
Someone is using the line.
Base unit display items
ItemMeaning
9@Answering system
answers calls with a
greeting message and
caller messages are not
recorded. (“Selecting
“Greeting only””,
page 33)
Initial settings
■ Direct command code:
Programmable settings can be accessed
by pressing {MENU}, ( and then the
corresponding code on the dial keypad
(page 19).
Example: Press {MENU}(1)1.
■ Symbol meaning:
Example: {r}: “Off”
Press {V} or {^} to select the words in
quotations.
Date and time
Important:
L When you install the batteries for the first
time, the handset may prompt you to set
date and time. First press {SELECT}, then
proceed to step 2.
1 {MENU}(1)1
2 Enter the current month, date, and year
by selecting 2 digits for each.
Example: July 15, 2011
)7 1511
3 {OK}
4 Enter the current hour and minute (12-
hour clock format) by selecting 2 digits for
each.
Example: 9:30
)9 3)
5 {AM/PM}: Select “AM” or “PM”.
6 {SAVE} s {OFF}
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Note:
L When English is selected as the display
language, 12-hour clock format is used.
When Spanish is selected, 24-hour clock
format is used.
L The date and time may be incorrect after a
power failure. In this case, set the date and
time again.
Display language
Y ou can select either “English” or
“Español” as the display language. The default setting is “English”.
1 {MENU}(11)
2 {r}: Select the desired setting. s
{SAVE}
3 {OFF}
Voice guidance language
Y ou can select either “English” or
“Español” as the voice guid ance lang uage of
the answering system. The default setting is
“English”.
1 {MENU}(112
2 {r}: Select the desired setting.
3 {SAVE} s {OFF}
Dialing m ode
If you cannot make calls, change this setting
according to your telephone line service. The
default setting is “Tone”.
“Tone”: For tone dial service.
“Pulse”: For rotary/pulse dial service.
1 {MENU}(12)
2 {r}: Select the desired setting.
3 {SAVE} s {OFF}
Getting Started
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Making/Answering Calls
Making calls
1 Lift the handset and dial the phone
number.
L To correct a digit, press {CLEAR}.
2 Press {C} or {CALL}.
3 When you finish talking, press {OFF} or
place the handset on the base unit or
charger.
Using the speakerphone
1 Dial the phone number and press {s}.
L Speak alternately with the other party.
2 When you finish talking, press {OFF}.
Note:
L For best performance, use the
speakerphone in a quiet environment.
L To switch back to the receiver, press
{s}/{C}.
Adjusting the receiver or speaker
volume
Press {^} or {V} repeatedly while talking.
Making a call using the redial list
The last 5 phone numbers dialed are stored in
the redial list (each 48 digits max.).
1 {REDIAL} or {>} REDIAL
L If there is a new mess ag e i n t h e vo i ce
mail or answering system, {REDIAL}
is not displayed.
2 {r}: Select the desired phone number.
3 {C}
Erasing a number in the redial list
1 {REDIAL} or {>} REDIAL
2 {r}: Select the desired phone number.
s{ERASE}
3 {r}: “Yes” s {SELECT}
4 {OFF}
Pause (for PBX/long distance service
users)
A pause is sometimes required when making
calls using a PBX or long distance service.
When storing a calling card access number
and/or PIN in the phonebook, a pause is also
needed (page 18).
Example: If you need to dial the line access
number “9” when making outside calls with a
PBX:
1 9 s{PAUSE}
2 Dial the phone number. s {C}
Note:
L A 3.5 second pause is inserted each time
{PAUSE} is pressed. Repeat as needed to
create longer pauses.
Answering calls
When a call is being received, the ringer
indicator flashes rapidly.
1 Lift the handset and press {C} or {s}
when the unit rings.
L You can also answer the call by
pressing any dial key from ) to 9, *,
or (. (Any key answer feature)
2 When you finish talking, press {OFF} or
place the handset on the base unit or
charger.
Auto talk
You can answer calls simply by lifting the
handset off the base unit or charger. You do
not need to press {C}. T o turn this feature on,
see page 21.
Adjusting the handset ringer volume
■ While the handset is ringing for an
incoming call:
Press {^} or {V} repeatedly to select the
desired volume.
■ Programming the volume beforehand:
1 {MENU}(16)
2 {r}: Select the desired volume.
3 {SAVE} s {OFF}
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Making/Answering Calls
Temporary handset ringer off
While the handset is ringing for a call, you can
turn the ringer off temporarily by pressing {~}.
Adjusting the base unit ringer volume
Press {+} or {-} repeatedly to select the
desired volume.
L To turn the ringer off, press and hold {-}
until the unit beeps.
Useful features during a
call
Hold
This feature allows you to put an outside call
on hold.
1 Press {MENU} during an outside call.
2 {r}: “Hold” s {SELECT}
3 To release hold, press {C}.
L Another handset user can take the call
by pressing {C}.
Note:
L If a call is kept on hold for more than 9
minutes, an alarm tone starts to sound and
the ringer indicator on the handset flashes
rapidly. After 1 additional minute on hold,
the call i s disconnected.
L If another phone is connected to the same
line, you can also take the call by lifting its
handset.
Mute
While mute is turned on, you can hear the
other party, but the other party cannot hear
you.
1 Press {MUTE} during conversation.
L{MUTE} flashes.
2 To return to the conversation, press
{MUTE} again.
Note:
L{MUTE} is a soft key visible on the handset
display during a call.
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Flash
{FLASH} allows you to use the special
features of your host PBX such as transferr ing
an extension call, or accessing optional
telephone services.
Note:
L To change the flash time, see page 21.
For call waiting or Call Waiting
Caller ID service users
To use call waiting or Call Waiting Caller ID,
you must first subscribe with your service
provider/telephone company.
This feature allows you to receive calls while
you are already talking on the phone. If you
receive a call while on the phone, you will hear
a call waiting tone.
If you subscribe to both Caller ID and Call
Waiting with Caller ID services, the 2nd
caller’s information is displayed after you hear
the call waiting tone on the handset.
1 Press {CALL WAIT} to answer the 2nd
call.
2 To switch between calls, press {CALL
WAIT}.
Note:
L Please contact your service provider/
telephone company for details and
availability of this service in your area.
Temporary tone dialing (for
rotary/pulse service users)
You can temporarily switch the dialing mode to
tone when you need to access touch-tone
services (f or example, answering se rvices,
telephone banking services, etc.).
Press * (TONE) before entering access
numbers which require tone dialing.
Handset clarity booster
This feature can improve sound clarity when
the handset is used in an area where there
may be interference. During an outside call,
this feature is turned on automatically when
necessary.
L When this feature is turned on, ( is
displayed.
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Making/Answering Calls
Handset equalizer
This feature clarifies the voice of the person
you are talking to, producing a more naturalsounding voice that is easier to hear and
understand.
1 Press {MENU} while talking.
2 {r}: “Equalizer” s {SELECT}
3 {r}: Select the desired setting.
4 Press {OK} to exit.
Note:
L When this feature is turned on, < is
displayed while talking.
L Depending on the condition and quality of
your telephone line, this feature may
emphasize existing line noise. If it becomes
difficult to hear, turn this feature off.
L This feature is not available while using the
speakerphone.
Call share
You can join an existing outside call.
T o join the conversation, press {C} when the
other handset is on an outside call.
Note:
L A maximum of 4 parties (including 1 outside
party) can join a conversation using 3
extensions. (4-way conference)
L To prevent other users from joining your
conversations with outside callers, turn call
sharing mode off (page 21).
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Shared phonebook
The shared phonebook allows you to make
calls without having to dial manually. Any
handset registered to the base unit can use
the shared phonebook. You can add 50 names
and phone numbers to the shared phonebook,
and assign each phonebook entry to the
desired group.
Important:
L Only 1 person can access the shared
phonebook at a time.
L Caller ID subscribers can use group ringer
tone features (page 26).
Adding entries
1 {C} s {ADD}
2 Enter the party’s name (16 characters
max.). s {OK}
3 Enter the party’s phone number (24 digits
max.). s {OK}
4 {r}: Select the desired group. s
{SELECT} 2 times
L To add other entries, repeat from step
2.
5 {OFF}
Character table for entering names
While entering characters, you can switch
between uppercase and lowercase by
pressing * (A→a).
KeyCharacter
1&’ () ; ,–
./1
2ABC2
abc2
3DEF3
def3
4GHI 4
ghi4
5JKL5
jkl5
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Shared Phonebook
KeyCharacter
6MNO6
mn o6
7PQRS7
pqrs7
8TUV8
tuv8
9WX YZ 9
wxyz9
)0
(#
L To enter another character that is located
on the same dial key, first press {>} to
move the cursor to the next space.
L If you do not press any dial key within 5
seconds after entering a character, the
character is fixed and the cursor moves to
the next space.
L in the above table represents a single
space.
Erasing the character or number
Press {<} or {>}. s {CLEAR}
L Press and hold {CLEAR} to erase all
characters or numbers.
Groups
Groups can help you find entries in the
phonebook quickly and easily. When adding
an entry to the phonebook, you can assign it to
one of 9 groups. You can change the names of
groups assigned for phonebook entries
(“Friends”, “Family”, etc.) and then search for
phonebook entries by group. The group ringer
tone feature is available for Caller ID
subscribers (page 26).
Changing group names
The default group name is “Group 1” to
“Group 9”.
1 {C} s {MENU}
2 {r}: “Group” s {SELECT}
3 {r}: Select the desired group. s
{SELECT}
4 {r}: “Group name” s {SELECT}
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